Providing garden views, The Pelican House Hostel in El Valle features accommodations, a fitness center, an open-air bath, and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi. The guest house offers a public bath and a shared kitchen. At the guest house, units are fitted with a desk. The guest house provides certain units with sea views, and every unit has a balcony. There is a snack bar and bar. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at the guest house. Playa El Almejal is a few steps from The Pelican House Hostel. José Celestino Mutis Airport is 9.3 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
10
High score for El Valle

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Esmé
    Germany Germany
    I really had a wonderful time at the pelican house hostel. The staff (owners and volunteers) are amazing! They help you with everything, organize tours and transport and are always up for a lovely conversation. The atmosphere at the hostel is...
  • Glenn
    Belgium Belgium
    Very lovely place in the middle of nowhere in El Valle. Restaurants close by and 20 min from El Valle centre. Very safe little town. We had the private room with seaview and it was fantastic. Owner is also very friendly and helpful and we did some...
  • David
    Colombia Colombia
    The kindness of the owners (Daniela and Emanuelle) as well as the front desk guy (Santiago). Location was perfect right in front of the sea and next to restaurants and bars. They are tight with rules oriented to asure peoples sleep hours and rest.
  • Dolly
    Colombia Colombia
    Nice place, nice location right in front of the beach, nice and friendly staff, diversity of people getting there. Very organized to have people comfortable, relaxed and safe. They offer an excellent service, good recommendations about activities...
  • Rachel
    the United States the United States
    The owner/staff have obviously put a lot of work into making and keeping this place wonderful. Emanuel did everything in his power to make sure everyone had what they needed and enjoyed their stay. The staff/volunteers/owners are some of the most...
  • Michèle
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Fantastic location with the rainforest on one side, the ocean on the other, bird song on one, waves on the other, plus many little spots on the premises to enjoy them, read a book, listen to the sounds. Very helpful, informed, efficient and...
  • Rosa
    Germany Germany
    Best stay so far on this journey! Super friendly and helpful staff, comfortable beds and a nice big kitchen sharing area to spend time with others.
  • Peter
    the United States the United States
    This little oasis, tucked into the jungle of the Pacific Coast, is a gem worth visiting. From the warm greeting delivered from the staff to the comfortable living arrangements, this piece of paradise is a place I will return to again and again and...
  • Johannes
    Colombia Colombia
    Super chill vibe, perfect to come down a bit and have a really relaxed time. Many people extend their stay, including me (twice).
  • Jade
    France France
    Amazing amazing place, so relaxing and beautiful. We didn’t want to leave !! The staff is so friendly and helpful, and we met so many lovely people

Host Info

Company review score: 9.4Based on 243 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

We are an Hostel located on one of the most beautiful beaches of the Pacific Coast of Colombia: El Almejal beach in El Valle, a small town near Bahia Solano. The hostel lies right between the jungle and the incredibly beautiful Pacific Ocean. You can therefore walk right onto the beach directly in front of the hostel or enjoy the local flora and fauna in the jungle with a tour. We have areas to rest and relax where the sounds (and view!) of the ocean and jungle meet each other, creating an incredible experience. There are three shared rooms. Two for six people, and one for four people. We also have one private room, our “Pelican Suite” with his own bathroom and shower. In The Pelican House you can use a fully furnished kitchen to cook your own food. We have excellent contacts with local tour operators that we know and trust; with them you can go to see whales (from June to November), do bird watching, take a boat tour to Utria National Park (where you can see mangroves and do snorkeling), visit indigenous communities on a day trip inland, visit one of the many beautiful waterfalls nearby and a lot more….

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,Italian

Area info

Amenities of The Pelican House Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Bar

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Spa

  • Fitness
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules
The Pelican House Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroDiscoverCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Payments with credit and debit card have a 10% fee.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 62256

FAQs about The Pelican House Hostel

  • Room options at The Pelican House Hostel include:

    • Bed in Dorm
    • Double
    • Quad
  • The prices at The Pelican House Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Pelican House Hostel is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The Pelican House Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Open-air bath
    • Fitness
    • Walking tours
    • Public Bath
  • The Pelican House Hostel is 1,650 feet from the center of El Valle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.